Czech President signs law streamlining approval process for home builders and developers
The amendment to the Construction Act lays the foundation for a one-stop one-stamp building-permit process.
Prague wants to repurpose Czech Post buildings as 'starter' apartments
Some buildings being sold off by the post office are suitable for housing, and the City Hall hopes to acquire them.
Dark stores and cloud kitchens: Two global trends hit Czech real estate market
Two types of e-shops could fill less desirable real estate, but some cities are pushing back against such business models.
Prague’s highest office rents can be found near these metro stops
The construction of the metro D line is creating new opportunities for office development along the route.
ASK AN EXPERT: Should first-time Prague renters opt for a furnished or unfurnished apartment?
We spoke with the realtors at Engel & Völkers about the pros and cons of renting various types of apartments in Prague.
Despite growing numbers of investment flats, owner-occupied housing dominates in Czechia
A new study found that one in 10 apartments across the country are owned by people who have invested in multiple properties.
Czech mortgage market reviving, a fifth of the population plans to buy a new home
People are now paying close attention to monthly mortgage payments, which can eat up to 40 percent of their budget.
Modern ‘ship in a bottle’ concert hall opening inside a historical spa in Czechia
The new venue was built in the courtyard of the 19th-century Císařský lázně in Karlovy Vary without making any irreversible changes to the building.
Startup seeks to eliminate deposits for renting a flat in Czechia
Having to come up with a large security deposit on top of the first rent and other fees can be an obstacle for many seeking to rent a flat.
The number of mortgages in Czechia rose by 60 percent in March
The mortgage market has shown signs of recovery but is still affected by high interest rates and high housing prices.
Apartment owners in Czechia can still rent rooms on Airbnb, new court ruling says
The decision comes after the Prague Municipal Court had initially said that homeowners' associations could prevent short-term rentals.
A permit in 30 days: Changes to Czech law should make it easier build a house
Sweeping changes to the building code have passed the lower house; if signed into law it could help ease the gridlock in making new housing.
ASK AN EXPERT: What are the rules for subletting your apartment in Czechia?
We spoke with the realtors at Engel & Völkers about what your rights are when it comes to subletting.
High prices, low quality: Czech students’ frustrations boil over at surging dorm prices
Repeated rent increases led students at one university to protest against near-unaffordable prices. This, however, is a sign of a nationwide problem.
New Forbes ranking reveals Czechia's most expensive houses and flats
Three lists name the Czech Republic's prime pieces of real estate, including homes and apartments, as well as its real-estate tycoons.
ASK AN EXPERT: Can foreign renters in Czechia have utilities in their name?
We spoke with the realtors at Engel & Völkers about what your rights are when it comes to utilities.
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Tell us which neighborhood you live in, and why – or why not – you would recommend it to newcomers in the Czech capital.
